2004 Citroen C3 1.4L Diesel · DA04 LMJ

The Citroen C3 passed its most recent MOT on 21 November 2023 at 212,050 miles with no defects recorded, indicating the vehicle currently holds a valid roadworthiness certificate and shows a stable maintenance trend over the last three test cycles. The owner cleared two prior failures within days of each attempt, and the latest pass confirms the car returned to compliant condition without outstanding advisories. Recorded mileage rose from 169,482 in September 2021 to 191,877 by November 2022, then to 212,050 by November 2023, equating to roughly 9,600 miles per year and matching typical use for a 2004 hatchback. A 14-month gap separates the 2021 and 2022 tests, but annual gaps afterwards stay narrow. The clean defect list across all five entries suggests no major mechanical or structural faults were formally logged by DVSA testers. The November 2023 and 2022 failures carry no listed defects, which points to administrative or unrecorded minor issues rather than worn suspension bushes, corroded structures, or failing brake discs. Buyers should still inspect the underside for rust, check coil springs and calipers for binding, and verify exhaust emissions, as high mileage and age make these areas prone to hidden wear not captured in a defect-free record. Given the sparse history, a pre-purchase inspection remains sensible. The recurring same-month fail-then-pass pattern implies the previous owner addressed problems quickly but may have deferred routine consumable checks. Confirm tyre tread, wiper condition, and fluid levels before relying on the car for daily use.